Inspection Manager

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team 

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet.  Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away! 

What we offer 

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time- 15 days of vacation first year
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• Company vehicle

What will you do

The Fire Inspection Manager is responsible for leading a team of inspection technicians and supervisors, ensuring the effective execution of routine inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance across a range of systems including fire alarms, security, low-voltage electrical, emergency communication, and sprinkler systems. This role requires expert-level knowledge in interpreting blueprints, submittals, and product manuals. The manager will provide hands-on training and guidance to technicians and trainees, conduct audits of service delivery, and evaluate team performance to drive improvements in safety, profitability, and customer satisfaction. Additionally, the Fire Inspection Manager will maintain compliance with safety standards while balancing operational efficiency and financial objectives.

How you will do it

• Revenue Responsibility: Responsible for implementing plans, programs and process designated to meet and exceed growth and objectives while improving market potential for Planned Service Agreements.
• Oversee fire alarm day-to-day tasks, recommend new hires, promotions and aid in performance evaluation and training of technicians.
• Responsible for the total completion of all inspections and contract obligations, i.e., cleaning, or subcontractor work by coordinating with dispatch the scheduling of all inspection teams.
• Make sure all inspections are scheduled timely and completed on schedule.
• Work with inspections dispatch and Systems Integrity Representative in reviewing deficiency inspection reports.
• Make sure deficiencies are accurately followed up on as outlined in the company Deficiency Program.
• Instruct and ensure inspectors are correctly completing Service Requests with proper coding through communicative devices, such as laptop computer and/or hardcopy. Ensure that a customer signature is acquired upon completion of all assigned calls.
• Check that all company manuals, vehicles, tools, equipment, etc. are maintained by all inspections teams in accordance with Company procedures and policies and in a professional manner.
• Confirm that effective performance measures are assigned, and that employees are motivated to achieve and exceed objectives in a professional, timely and quality manner.
• Ensure all inspection and service personnel adhere to and follow safety guidelines and policies at all times.
• Facilitate on-going safety training to all inspection and service personnel.
• Exercise good customer relation skills, by dealing with customer programs or issues calmly and effectively.

What we look for

Required

• Two-year associate degree in a technical field, such as electronics or electricity, or equivalent experience. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in the fire protection/life safety industry.
• 5+ years of management experience, preferably in a similar industry.
• NICET Level II Certification

Preferred 

• Must be able to effectively communicate with employees, employers, customers, and authorities having jurisdiction in English both written and verbally.
• Proficient in use and application of personal computers including Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of applicable fire regulations and codes (i.e. NFPA, IBC, OFC, ULC etc.)
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
• Retain any licenses that are required by National, Provincial and Local codes.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $65,000-105,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us.

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